Who's Playing

Virginia Tech @ Virginia

Current Records: Virginia Tech 5-6; Virginia 6-5

What to Know

The Virginia Cavaliers are 1-5 against the Virginia Tech Hokies since November of 2015, but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit Saturday. Virginia and Virginia Tech will face off in an ACC battle at 3:45 p.m. ET at David A. Harrison III Field at Scott Stadium. The Cavaliers are out to stop a four-game streak of losses at home.

Virginia scored first but ultimately less than the Pittsburgh Panthers in their matchup last week. Virginia fell to Pitt 48-38. Virginia's loss came about despite a quality game from QB Keytaon Thompson, who punched in one rushing touchdown in addition to catching 11 passes for one TD and 126 yards.

Meanwhile, the Hokies came up short against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes last week, falling 38-26. Virginia Tech's defeat came about despite a quality game from QB Connor Blumrick, who passed for two TDs and 39 yards on 11 attempts in addition to picking up 132 yards on the ground. That nimble footwork stands out as the first time Blumrick has hit the 100-yard rushing mark this season.

The Cavaliers are the favorite in this one, with an expected 7-point margin of victory. They have been consistent moneymakers against the spread when favored (3-1), so they might be worth a quick bet.

Virginia is now 6-5 while the Hokies sit at a mirror-image 5-6. A pair of defensive stats to keep an eye on: Virginia is 228th worst in the nation in passing touchdowns allowed, with 24 on the season. Virginia Teches have had an even harder time: they are stumbling into the contest with the 174th most passing touchdowns allowed in the nation, having given up 17 on the season. It's possible one of these Achilles' heels will wind up tripping the losing team up.

How To Watch

  • When: Saturday at 3:45 p.m. ET
  • Where: David A. Harrison III Field at Scott Stadium -- Charlottesville, Virginia
  • TV: ACC Network
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $85.00

Odds

The Cavaliers are a solid 7-point favorite against the Hokies, according to the latest college football odds.

The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Cavaliers as a 7.5-point favorite.

Over/Under: -110

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Series History

Virginia Tech have won five out of their last six games against Virginia.

  • Dec 12, 2020 - Virginia Tech 33 vs. Virginia 15
  • Nov 29, 2019 - Virginia 39 vs. Virginia Tech 30
  • Nov 23, 2018 - Virginia Tech 34 vs. Virginia 31
  • Nov 24, 2017 - Virginia Tech 10 vs. Virginia 0
  • Nov 26, 2016 - Virginia Tech 52 vs. Virginia 10
  • Nov 28, 2015 - Virginia Tech 23 vs. Virginia 20